Long-Term Middle School ELA Substitute Teacher

Hmong College Prep Academy•Saint Paul, MN

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Hmong College Prep Academy (HCPA), a Title I charter school serving students in grades K–12, is hiring a Long-Term Middle School ELA Substitute Teacher to instruct students in grades 6–8. The position creates a flexible classroom environment that supports learning and personal growth, delivers instruction in the assigned curriculum, and helps students develop the skills, attitudes, and knowledge needed for further education. During a long-term absence, the substitute assumes responsibility for lesson planning, grading, and record keeping. When not assigned to substitute teaching, the employee may work with students, projects, or activities as directed by K–12 school directors. The role supports Minnesota Graduation and Common Core Standards and the goals of the school and district. It includes assessing student performance, adapting instruction based on student data, maintaining student records and online class resources, communicating with families, participating in professional development, and supervising student activities. Teachers are also required to participate in three HCPA volunteer activities outside the traditional school day, including specified grade-level parent meetings, fall and spring parent/teacher conferences, and HCPA graduation. Duties are normally performed in a school or classroom in a multi-level, accessible building. The position involves extensive interaction with children, possible exposure to loud environments, frequent computer and telephone use, and periods of sitting, pushing, reaching, and bending. Occasional duties may take place on field trips, outdoors, or in varying weather. Weekend or evening work and some travel may be required.

Requirements

Current Minnesota teaching license in secondary education for grades 6–12, with the appropriate license.
Bachelor’s or master’s degree in teaching or education, or equivalent experience may be considered.
At least 3 years of teaching experience.
Strong classroom presentation and classroom management skills.
Knowledge of instructional technologies and ability to use computers and multimedia technology as appropriate.
Knowledge of research and trends in teaching and student learning.
Knowledge of teaching and learning strategies for a wide range of student needs and abilities.
Knowledge of multicultural, gender-fair, and disability-fair curriculum concepts.
Ability to adapt instructional routines, activities, and scaffolding for diverse student populations.
Ability to implement classroom activities that foster problem solving and critical thinking.
Ability to plan and implement lessons based on district and school goals and objectives.
Commitment and ability to set goals for ongoing professional growth and development.
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively with students, parents, district staff, and community members from diverse backgrounds.
Effective verbal and written communication skills.
Excellent organizational and time-management skills, including the ability to multitask.
Knowledge of the programs, functions, and procedures of a school setting.
Ability to remain calm in emergency and stressful situations.
Ability to exercise initiative and sound judgment within established guidelines.
Submit unofficial transcripts at hire and official transcripts within 30 days of the start date; formal credential evaluation is required for post-secondary education completed outside the United States.

Nice To Haves

At least 3 years of teaching experience.
Experience working with children of diverse ethnic backgrounds in an urban school setting.

Responsibilities

Follow the curriculum and lesson plans assigned by the school and/or classroom teacher.
For long-term absences, assume responsibility for lesson planning, grading, and record keeping.
Teach the core curriculum areas for which employed, using appropriate instructional resources and technologies.
Support Minnesota Graduation and Common Core Standards and implement school, district, and program goals.
Evaluate student performance, promote achievement, maintain required records, and submit related reports as directed.
Manage the classroom, enforce student conduct rules, and take appropriate disciplinary action when needed.
Differentiate instructional methods and content to support student mastery.
Use screening, diagnostic information, progress monitoring, daily work samples, and achievement data to adjust instruction and provide targeted feedback.
Create a welcoming, respectful, friendly, and academically challenging learning environment.
Build relationships with students that support trust, respect, friendship, and self-discovery.
Maintain attendance, grades, assessments, and lesson plans using Schoology and/or PowerSchool.
Keep online class resources current through Schoology and/or Seesaw.
Communicate with families by phone, email, conferences, and school events as needed during the long-term assignment.
Participate in professional development meetings and clusters, providing student work when requested, and apply new learning in the classroom.
Pursue professional learning based on self-assessment and input from teacher leaders and the director of teaching and learning.
When not substituting, work with students, projects, or activities as assigned by K–12 school directors.
Supervise student activities, including bus duty and rotating breakfast or lunch duty.
Complete other related duties as assigned.
Adhere to the Minnesota Teachers Code of Conduct and maintain strict confidentiality regarding students and the educational setting.
Support HCPA’s goals, values, and collaborative culture, and maintain effective relationships with students, families, teachers, and staff.
Respond appropriately and promptly to the needs of parents, students, and staff.
Participate in three required HCPA volunteer activities outside the traditional school day, including grade-level parent meetings, fall and spring parent/teacher conferences, and HCPA graduation.